Hundreds of thousands of people have been killed, 13 million have been displaced, and 19 million are facing acute starvation in Sudan. An investigation using satellite imagery, leaked documents, reports, and on-the-ground footage traces how weapons are moving into Sudan through a covert supply chain linked to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The UK is accused of being complicit in the atrocities, choosing its relationship with the UAE over its responsibility towards Sudanese civilians.
UK Minister Responds to Allegations
UK Minister for Development Jenny Chapman responded to the claims, stating: 'Claims that the UK failed to act on warnings of mass atrocities are wrong. For many months, the UK led efforts at the United Nations and through direct diplomatic engagement to press all parties to de-escalate the violence.'
UK Position on RSF Atrocities
Chapman added: 'We have been clear and consistent: the atrocities committed by the RSF are abhorrent and must never be repeated. Both parties must comply with international humanitarian law, those responsible for violations must be held accountable, and all external support to armed actors fuelling this conflict must end immediately.'
UAE Denies Involvement
The UAE has repeatedly denied that it funds or arms the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. However, the investigation presents evidence suggesting a covert supply chain that implicates the UAE in fueling the conflict.
